Not the best photo but proof that a male Painted Bunting was spotted! (Photo by MikeHikes)

Don't know what kind of bugs these are but this cactus blossom was "T-H-E PLACE" to meet! (Photo by MikeHikes)

This bee got a lot of pollen on his body before departing to the next flower. (Photo by MikeHikes)

I spotted at least a dozen lizards on Roadrunner Loop today (4-27-20). These were the first lizards spotted this year and the first time I've seen this many on any one trail. (Photo by MikeHikes)

While on Roller Coaster Trail, I heard an explosive snort and one javalina ran in front of me. I looked to my right and I saw the second one, hackles raised, watching to see what I'd do - I snapped a pic and continued my hike, leaving it alone. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Four Turkey Vultures just waiting in the tree for something to die. (Photo by MikeHikes)

A shy scissortail was spotted today - I tried to get closer and he'd fly further away. I didn't want to disturb him any further, so after I took this picture, using a zoom lens, I departed. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Thick fog at the park to start the hike. Once the sun began to shine, the fog quickly burned off. (Photo by MikeHikes)

Red Dam Loop Trail is a good place to visualize what the park looked like when the reservoir was full. (Photo by MikeHikes)

When I smell the plant's fragrance, I think of mesquite smoke, honey and hot, dry sand. (Photo by MikeHikes)